Florida Citrus Launches America's Newest Hero

September 23, 2014 Florida Department of Citrus

Armed with super powers and a knack for making smart choices, the world's newest comic book hero is traveling from Florida to schools across the country to help teach children about nutrition.

Tomato Growers' Lawsuit Against Feds Fails To Bear Fruit

A federal court has rejected the potentially far-reaching claims of Florida tomato growers who say they lost business because of Food and Drug Administration warnings.

C.H. Robinson Supports Nationwide Hunger Relief Efforts

September 23, 2014 C.H. Robinson

As one of the world’s largest third-party logistics companies with over a century of experience working with fresh produce, C.H. Robinson and recently rebranded produce division, Robinson Fresh®, utilized their inherent and unique strengths to support two important nationwide hunger-relief efforts.

Canadian Produce Industry On The Verge Of Losing Preferential Status In US Markets

Canadian fresh fruit and vegetables suppliers will soon lose preferential status when exporting to the United States, if the Canadian government fails to follow through on their commitment under the Canada-US Regulatory Cooperation Council. In 2011, the government committed to establish a comparable Canadian approach to protecting produce suppliers from buyers that default on their payment obligations but little progress has been made.

Debra Boyle Joins Fresh Direct Produce

September 22, 2014 Fresh Direct Produce Ltd.

Fresh Direct Produce Ltd. (“Fresh Direct”) is pleased to announce that Debra Boyle has joined its management team as Director of Business Development. Debra Boyle is a well-respected pioneer in the organic produce category and she brings a wealth of industry experience to the Fresh Direct Produce team.